Vietnam Uncovered

13 Days,
Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi

Visit Vietnam like a pro with Topdeck

Itineraries on some departure dates may differ, please select.

Visiting 1 country: Vietnam

With something for the well-seasoned travellers as well as the first-time travellers, this trip to Vietnam is all sorts of epic. From crazy cities to motorbikes galore, to foodie treats and pho-real meals, all the way to getting cruise-y in the waters of Halong Bay – we’ve got it all. Tempted? Why wouldn’t you be?

Itinerary

Day 1:
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City is home to 10 million people and 4 million motorbikes. Pretty cool huh? Tonight, prepare yourself for foodie heaven with the included street eats tour. Try the wonderful and the weird (if you're feeling brave). There's so much to get your teeth stuck into. Ready? Let's go!

Meals:
-Dinner

Day 2:
Ho Chi Minh City

Make sure you're wearing your explorer shoes today! Rise early for your Cu Chi Tunnels half day tour. These interesting tunnels were a strategic operation base during the Vietnam War, and there's over 120km worth of them! Amazing. Later this afternoon in HCMC, stroll to the Municipal Theatre, the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum on an included city tour.

Day 3:
Ho Chi Minh City to Vinh Long, Mekong River

Hop on a boat to peruse Cai Be's floating markets that teem with fruit, vegetables and goodies. Stop for lunch, then it's on to an overnight homestay where we rest up for the evening.

Included today:
-Visit the Cai be Floating Market

Meals:
-Breakfast
-Lunch
-Dinner

Day 4:
Vinh Long, Mekong River to Nha Trang via Ho Chi Minh City

Wake up to another morning in the land of pho and snake wine. Later, we arrive in Nha Trang. Rest up at the white powdery beaches of Vietnam's most popular seaside resort town, or search for markets. Either way you're winning.

Meals:
-Breakfast

Day 5:
Nha Trang

A day for either feeling the wind in your hair or chilling at the spa with our optional activities. Try out a full day boat trip. Or if you'd prefer some chilled vibes, take a tour at the Thap Ba Hot Spring Bathing and Mud Spa. Looks like you'll be spoilt for choice.

Day 6:
Nha Trang

Day 7:
Nha Trang to Hoi An

Fly upwards to Hoi An - known for its spectrum of exciting architecture. Expect French colonial buildings, Chinese shophouses, Vietnamese tube houses and the Japanese Covered Bridge.

Meals:
-Breakfast

Day 8:
Hoi An

Day two in this cultural melting-pot mecca. Hop on an optional tour to a vegetable village just outside of Hoi An. Providing veggies for Hoi An and its nearby areas, this place is pretty special. If you wanna channel your inner masterchef, enrol on an optional cooking class conducted by a local chef.

Meals:
-Breakfast

Optional activities:
-Cooking class
-Vegetable village tour

Day 9:
Hoi An to Hue

Drive along the Hai Van Pass, one of Vietnam's most beautiful mountain passes. We end up in the former imperial capital, Hue. Take a guided tour of the Citadel, the Forbidden City and the Royal Tomb. What an introduction!

Included today:
-Visit the Hai Van pass
-Guided tour of the Citadel, Forbidden City and Royal Tomb

Meals:
-Breakfast

Day 10:
Hue to Hanoi

Fly up the coast as you take on the big capital city of Hanoi.

Meals:
-Breakfast

Day 11:
Hanoi to Halong Bay

Cruise time. A day of paddling, swimming and lazing on the sundeck? Yes please. Return back just in time to watch the sunset from the top deck before tucking in to the bay's freshest seafood for dinner.

Please note: If you have selected twin share accommodation, you may be accommodated in a triple share room for the duration of the Halong Bay cruise. This means you will be sharing with two other passengers. If you have any questions about your trip please contact our Customer Service team.

Meals:
-Breakfast
-Lunch
-Dinner

Day 12:
Halong Bay to Hanoi

Back in the capital today. But not before an optional scenic flight over Halong Bay in a seaplane. Um, how cool is that?